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Arancini with Truffle Cream

26/11/2023

Arancini are a Sicilian delicacy, delicious stuffed and breaded rice balls that are then fried. The version with truffle cream is a luxurious and incredibly flavorful variant. Here is the recipe to prepare Arancini with Truffle Cream:

Ingredients

  • 300 g of risotto rice (such as Arborio or Carnaroli)
  • 1 liter of vegetable broth
  • 50 g of butter
  • 50 g of grated Parmesan
  • 1 egg
  • Fine salt, to taste
  • 200 g of mozzarella, diced
  • 100 g of truffle cream
  • 200 g of flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 300 g of breadcrumbs
  • Seed oil, for frying

Preparation

  1. Prepare a basic risotto: bring the vegetable broth to a boil in a pot. In another pot over medium heat, toast the dry rice until it becomes translucent. Start adding the broth one ladle at a time, waiting for the rice to absorb the broth before adding the next. During cooking, the amount of broth may vary, so adjust accordingly.

  2. When the rice is cooked but still al dente, remove it from the heat and add the butter and grated Parmesan. Stir well to combine and let the risotto cool.

  3. Once the risotto has cooled, add the egg and stir until combined. If necessary, adjust the salt.

  4. Take a small amount of cooked rice and flatten it on the palm of your hand. In the center, place a teaspoon of truffle cream and a few cubes of mozzarella.

  5. Enclose the filling with the rice, shaping the arancino into the typical round or pear shape, making sure the mozzarella and truffle cream are well sealed inside.

  6. Bread the arancini: coat them first in flour, then in the beaten eggs, and finally in the breadcrumbs, pressing the coating to adhere well.

  7. In a pot, heat plenty of seed oil. Fry the arancini a few at a time until golden on all sides. Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Trivia

Arancini are traditionally associated with the feast of Santa Lucia, celebrated on December 13, when they are eaten without meat in remembrance of the arrival of a ship loaded with grain during times of famine. The truffle cream adds a note of flavor and luxury to this popular recipe, making the arancini ideal for special occasions or a gourmet appetizer.